Airline Customer Service / Cargo Agent (National Carrier)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Freightserve recruitment are looking for an Airline Cargo Customer Service person for a National Carrier Airline based in Heathrow area.
Based in our Cargo office at London, Heathrow Airport, the Cargo Agent is responsible for ensuring the efficient movement of inbound and outbound cargo and mail shipments for the UK Cargo Department.
The role sits within the Cargo Team and reports to the UK Cargo Manager. The main function of the role is to handle customer calls and make and assist with trade bookings, for a variety of products, ensuring standards are always maintained.
Main duties include,
To handle trade calls in an efficient, courteous, and accurate manner advising clients on transportation requirements, costs, and payment methods.
To route goods to the first available flight or appropriate storage department/area
To check import/export documentation to determine cargo contents & classify goods into different fee or tariff groups.
To determine method of shipments, CCA’s and other shipping documents
To keep records of all goods shipped, received, and stored and team administration duties.
To communicate and coordinate with customers, Cargo Handling Agents and internal departments & where necessary to liaise with Head Office to resolve operational or shipment issues
Benefits include; industry-leading travel benefits
Working Monday - Friday 0900 - 1730
As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry. Call now to avoid disappointment!!!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Flexible Language Requirement:
- English not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Cargo: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Airline Customer Service / Cargo Agent (National Carrier) roles across Freightserve recruitment's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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